Security Forces Headquarters (East) "Bakmaha Ulela 2013" was held at Security Forces Headquarters (East) Grounds on 27th April 2013. Commander Security Forces (East) Major General Lal Perera attend the festival as the Chief Guest. Senior officers, Officers, Other Ranks and members of the civil staff who are stationed under Security Forces Headquarters (East) along with their families enjoyed the events in the New Year festival which added a lot of fun and entertainment.
Cadjan weaving, bun eating, pillow-fights, Raban playing, grease pole climbing, selection of the "Avurudu Kumari" (princes of the New Year) eye-placing on the Elephant, tug-of-war, fancy dress parade and a number of other traditional and fun-making games dominated the day$s proceedings to the much amusement of all.
At the end of the festival, Commander Security Forces (East) Major General Lal Perera and several senior officers gave away gifts to the winners in different events and competitions. A Mega Musical show performed by Sri Lanka Army Beat Group culminated the day$s agenda with the participation of Officers and all Ranks.
